Apples for love

It’s not roses or perfect hearts or even chocolate that was the ultimate symbol of love in ancient times. Legend has it that luscious red and juicy apple are perfect expression of love and affection

Known for producing some of the best apples in the world, Washington apples share this ancient tradition, revealing the apple as the token of love for Valentine’s relationship.

The core of the apple holds seeds that stand for fertility and regeneration. In Greek tradition apples are associated with love and marriage. They are offered to Greek brides to strengthen marital affection.

This custom has its beginning in myth with the goddess Gala gifting the goddess Hera with apples to signify long lasting love and a bless union.

Ancient Greek historians noted that couple s in the 7th century B.C would share an apple as a symbol of their marriage and hopes for a fruitful union. In olden times, apples were presented to sweethearts as a declaration of love.

In some expression, the word ‘apple’ becomes synonymous with ‘love’. Those ‘struck by an apple’ is tantamount to being ‘love struck’.

An Irish folk custom practiced by young women involved peeling an apple into one continuous ribbon while thinking of love, before throwing it over the shoulder. It was believe that the apple peel would land on the shape of women’s future partner.

Why not present apple in this Valentine’s Day? Choose from wide range of Washington Apples available including Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Granny Smith, Gala, Fuji, Braebrun, Cameo, Jonathan Gold and Cripps Pink.